Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tuolumne County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in taxes budget
Hunt & Sons cardlock fueling agreement amendment
Public Works sought an amendment to its fueling services agreement with Hunt & Sons, LLC, which keeps county fleet fueling arrangements in place.
Facility fee waivers for nonprofits and volunteers
A proposal to let nonprofits and volunteer groups use county facilities free or half-price ran into cost worries, prime-weekend conflicts, and confusing language about political groups — continued to November 3 for fixes.
Deputy Sheriffs' Association 2026-2028 labor agreement
Union and county employees spoke about stalled negotiations, healthcare costs jumping from $65 to $851 a month for one worker, flex days, and a feared county imposition — before a closed-session bargaining session.
2026-2029 Fleet & Roads labor agreement
Road crew turnover has topped 50% for five years because pay sits near the bottom of county scales; the new MOU gives 15% then 3% a year to stabilize staffing.
Transition from leased to county-owned facilities
The county pays roughly $250,000-$270,000 a year in rent and budgeted $1.5 million to move departments into county buildings, including the historic courthouse with a leaking roof. Supervisors pushed for faster action after a similar plan failed by one vote years ago.